1947 Chevrolet Chevy Wrecker Tow Truck on 2040-cars
Gladys, Virginia, United States
Body Type:2 1/2 ton with wrecker boom
Engine:STRAIGHT-6
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Number of Cylinders: 6
Make: Chevrolet
Model: Other Pickups
Trim: 2-DOOR 3-WINDOW
Cab Type (For Trucks Only): 3 window cab
Drive Type: DUAL WHEELS
Mileage: 0
Exterior Color: Black
Warranty: None
Interior Color: Tan
1947 Chevrolet Wrecker truck in running driving condition. It is in very solid condition with very little rust. The paint is weak but still on most of the cab. This truck has a later model 235 six cylinder engine with a Rodgers rebuild tag on it and it runs very well with no apparent smoke and good oil pressure. It has a 4 speed transmission with sub low that works well. It has been converted to 12 volt system and all lights work. It has a 2 speed vacuum shift rear and the wrecker boom and wench work off of the PTO. The wench picks up by the PTO but lets down manually. The Boom seems to be a early Holmes unit in functioning condition. It does have outriggers. The wood on the bed is bad and does need replacing. The cab and doors are very solid! Much better than most VA trucks of this age. This truck was originally purchased by one of the local Chevy dealers that went out of business many years ago. The tires on the back are worn and the front tires have good tread and they are all holding air well but have some dry rotting. This truck would be a great collectors item! You decide. No warranty expressed or implied. shipping is the responsibility of the buyer. I am listing this truck for a friend and he can answer whatever questions you may have. His name is Harry and he can be reached at 434-349-2225. He does have a small reserve on the truck and do require a 500.00 payment at the end of the auction. Serious bidders only!
On Jul-22-13 at 16:36:16 PDT, seller added the following information:
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